Indonesia · North Sumbawa
Satonda Island
Also known as: Panjang Island crater
Best time to dive
April to November; June to October
What you might see
- FrogfishLikely
- Manta rayLikely
- Pygmy seahorseLikely
- SeahorseLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Advanced Open Water
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - Yes, sheltered bay areas are snorkel-friendly; night snorkel/dive popular
Safety notes
Watch buoyancy around fragile soft coral on the wall; lionfish present (adapted to divers' torch light) - avoid contact on night dives
Permits & fees
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Dompu
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.